Frontier Communications-posted 8 months ago
$704 - $1,771/Yr
Poca, WV
Telecommunications

The Cable Splicing Technician B (TERM) is responsible for various tasks related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of aerial, underground, and buried cable systems. This includes splicing, transferring, and testing cables, as well as reading engineering prints and troubleshooting defects in copper and fiber optic cables. The technician will work with various tools and equipment, including aerial lifts and hydraulic ladders, and may be required to work in confined spaces and adverse weather conditions.

  • Add, place, remove, reroute, set up, rack, splice, transfer, repair, rearrange, bond, pressurize, and test aerial, underground, and buried cable.
  • Mount, cut-in, and repair cable terminal and load cases.
  • Read and interpret engineering prints.
  • Perform splicing operations for outside plant facilities including fiber/copper cable and terminals.
  • Locate and clear troubles in outside plant facilities.
  • Prepare cables for pressurization and maintain cable pressure.
  • Use test equipment to check for gas in manholes and manage water removal.
  • Work with torches and lead sleeves as needed.
  • Climb ladders and poles, and enter confined spaces to accomplish job tasks.
  • Operate and maintain necessary trucks and equipment safely.
  • Test, locate, and repair defects in wires for copper and fiber optic cables.
  • Install, repair, inspect, and maintain inside cables and related equipment.
  • Promote the sale of services and products.
  • Communicate with customers regarding work performed and service restoration.
  • Complete administrative paperwork and time sheets.
  • Must meet safety-related requirements including OSHA standards.
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the job, including lifting up to 100 pounds.
  • Valid state driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
  • Ability to drive a vehicle with manual gearshift.
  • Must pass an alcohol and drug test if a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.
  • Security background investigation may be required.
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